City Launcher 
Location: GB, LND, 
Employment type: Full-time
Industry: Retail
Function: Business Development

Company profile:

Job description:
Based in the heart of the City, this exceptional opportunity as City Launcher in a fast-growing tech start-up is a challenging and varied position requiring a highly motivated and professional commercial guru, ideally with a degree, but certainly with an interest in pursuing a career in start-ups / technological businesses.The CompanyRecognised by Wired Magazine as one of Europe’s hottest tech start-ups, Appear Here is the leading marketplace to rent short-term space. Hailed a "digital game changer for the high street" by The Guardian, Appear Here is the simplest way to list and rent flexible retail space online. Our mission is to build a global network of spaces, so people can rent space in cities across the world and take their ideas to destinations near and far.Since launching in 2013, Appear Here lists over 500 spaces nationwide, and has over 5000 brands and retailers using the site. A diverse mix of big names and upcoming brands have all found space for their ideas with Appear Here ranging from Microsoft, Diageo, Google, &amp; the BBC to Serge de Nimes and Stylist Magazine. The RoleWe’re growing fast, and to support this we’re looking for a City Launcher to help us broaden and develop. This is a fantastic, unique opportunity to join a great team in a hands-on and on the ground role. You will a pivotal role in our on-going growth and success.

Requirements:
You should have experience working in multi-functional operations, including but not limited to events, finance and customer support. You will have experience within a leadership position of fast paced environment, with a eye for detail. You should be a true Do:er, with strong problem solving skills and an analytical mindset with a logical thought plan. You will be trustworthy, reliable and always have the best interests of the company. You will be at the forefront of the company’s development. You will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to easily network. Key areas of responsibility within this City Launcher: Be responsible for launching AH in key cities in UK and internationallyBecome an expert on the local processes, conventions and pain points in eachIdentify, pitch and negotiate local supplier and marketing partnerships in eachDeliver materials, research and partnerships to the product teamCreating and executing local marketing strategies to encourage user adoption and penetrationSetting up partnerships and managing relationships Exploring business development opportunities (sponsorships, partnerships, and co-marketing promotions)Partly responsible for finding, hiring and guiding a team to run the citySkills and Qualifications Strong experience building and negotiating partnerships with many stakeholdersExcellent in both written and spoken communicationsFluent in English and other languages [COUNTRY LANGUAGE]Experience living in [COUNTRY X] and abroad, a plus5+ years of marketing or operations management experience (or related).Prior experience managing cross-functional teams.Successfully executed business development opportunities and negotiating partnerships.Have weathered early startup environment.

Benefits:
Excellent Salaries Company Benefit PackagesInternational Development Company Progression &amp; Support schemes